Botswana and Angola Governments Join WFDB as Industry Seeks Closer Producer Links
The governments of Botswana and Angola have officially become affiliated members of the World Federation of Diamond[…]
India Hikes Gold Tariff from 6% to 15%
India has more than doubled tariffs on gold and silver - up from 6% to 15% -[…]
Zimbabwe Pushes for Higher Diamond Output Despite Global Market Pressures
Zimbabwe is aiming to increase diamond production to 5 million carats in 2026 through its state owned[…]
6.03 Carat Internally Flawless Blue Diamond Unsold at Major Geneva Auction
A rare 6.03 carat fancy vivid blue internally flawless diamond failed to secure a buyer at the[…]
UK Advertising Standards Ruling Targets Lab Diamond Marketing
Two online jewellery retailers have been ordered to amend their advertising after the United Kingdom’s Advertising Standards[…]
Historic Stream Family Collection Heads to Christie’s Auction
A remarkable private collection spanning generations of American collectors is set to headline a major auction at[…]
WDC President Says “We Need To Finish The Job” On Conflict Diamonds As Debate Over Kimberley Process Expands
For many producing countries, the concern is not simply ethics but sovereignty. The central issue remains whether international[…]
The Natural Diamond Council has strongly rejected recent claims by Pandora
The Natural Diamond Council has strongly rejected recent claims by Pandora that lab-grown diamonds carry a carbon[…]
Lab-Grown Diamonds Face Growing Scrutiny Over Massive Energy Use and Carbon Footprint
While jewellery retailer Pandora has introduced carbon footprint labelling for its laboratory-grown diamonds in response to growing[…]
Christie’s to Auction the Azure Blue, the Largest Fancy Blue Diamond Ever Offered
Christie's has announced two exceptional natural blue diamonds for its upcoming Magnificent Jewels Auction sale at Rockefeller[…]